PENFOLDS BIN 23 PINOT NOIR

Penfolds Bin 23 Pinot Noir

Cranberry red. An immediate ascent of wild raspberry and strawberry (conserve) pinot fruits. And, a splash of green olive. Hovering above – floral whiffs to remind of an evening meander in the garden – clusters of daphne, azalea and camellia. Heirloom roseand saffron scents patiently await recognition. A dusty/toasty oak reminder of a relatively short sojourn in barrique. Confidently awakens and complexes in glass. Varietally-aligned sliced cold lamb flavours and earthy yet subtle forest floor notes. Strawberry pips, pomegranate and rhubarb … laced with spices – cola and bergamot leading the way. Wettened graphite (from oak?) to a fine edge. In tandem, a pleasing minerality (wet riverstone) complements this pinot’s textural demeanour.

VARIETIES: Pinot Noir
REGION: Tasmania, Henty, Adelaide Hills
AGEING: Seven Months In French Oak Barriques (24% New)
GUARDING POTENTIAL: 5 years ±
SERVE: Serve at 14ºC – 15ºC

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Bin 23 | Range | Penfolds

Bin 23’s name is derived from the place the wine matures, ‘Cellar 23’ at Magill Estate and follows in the footsteps of the success and development of the Penfolds Cellar Reserve Pinot Noir. Bin 23 Pinot Noir is a bold and dynamic inclusion to the Penfolds red wine stable – reflecting an evolving style, regional definition and the complexities of the many and varied pinot noir clones. The relationship between Penfolds and cool-climate regions continues with the multi-regional sourcing of Bin 23 Pinot Noir.